Posts by Scout Scholes
Product | 1 min read
What we built: February 2026This month we’re featuring two new features and three new integrations from Expel's product team, including what they are and why they matter.
Expel culture | 2 min read
Meet the Expletive: Cole Finch, Senior Web DeveloperMeet Cole Finch, Senior Web Developer at Expel. He's an Indiana native whose heart resides in Chicago with his favorite sports teams.
Data & research | 2 min read
Expel’s 2026 Annual Threat Report is live–here’s what you need to knowExpel's latest threat intelligence report is here, ready to help sharpen your defenses with recommendations from lived SOC experience.
MDR | 3 min read
Four threat hunting fundamentals you need to masterLearn about the four threat hunting basics you need to master to successfully integrate it into your cybersecurity program.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Meet the Expletive: Dylan Shearer, Principal FP&A ManagerMeet Dylan Shearer, Principal FP&A Manager at Expel. He's a man of many talents, from pasta making to building tools for Premier League clubs.
Product | 2 min read
What we built: January 2026Here's what Expel's product team shipped in January. This month, we're highlighting new webhooks for phishing and dark mode for Workbench.
Data & research | 4 min read
The quarterly meeting trap: why security and finance think they’re aligned (but aren’t)There's a clear disconnect between CISOs and CFOs that can be partially resolved by better communication. Download the report to learn more.
Current events | 7 min read
Our cybersecurity predictions for 2026Our experts and leaders are sharing their predictions for cybersecurity trends in 2026 to help you start strategizing.
SOC | 7 min read
Why building a 24×7 SOC is getting harder (and what actually works instead)The math on building an in-house SOC has changed, including the real costs, why retention is brutal, and what actually works.
Company news | 4 min read
2025 Wrapped: A year in review at ExpelExpel is rounding out 2025 with a recap of our best moments of the year. Stay tuned for more to come in 2026 because we aren't slowing down.
Company news | 6 min read
Expel co-founder Justin Bajko transitions to new role as Chief Strategy OfficerJustin Bajko, previously Expel’s VP of Strategy and Business Development, is now Expel’s Chief Strategy Officer.
Current events | 2 min read
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Good reminders for the entire yearOctober is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Here are four tips for staying secure this month (and the rest) at work and at home.
MDR | 3 min read
The Complimentary 2025 Gartner® Market Guide for Managed Detection & Response Services is here (and Expel is recognized, again)The 2025 Gartner® Market Guide for Managed Detection & Response Services is here, and Expel is recognized as a Representative Vendor again.
Expel culture | 3 min read
How Expletives use AI in their day-to-day workExpel’s approach to AI is measured and thoughtful, but that doesn’t stop us from getting creative. Check out these ideas on using AI at work.
MDR | 5 min read
Cybersecurity myths from the depths of Reddit (that security pros want you to know about)Cybersecurity professionals often take to Reddit to share thoughts with their community. You can learn more secure practices from it, too.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Meet the Expletive: James Shank, Director of Threat OperationsMeet James Shank, Expel's first Director of Threat Operations. We cover James' past career experience, and why he thrives in the chaos.
MDR | 7 min read
How to sell Expel MDR to your CFO: the complete guideSelling MDR to a CFO is challenging. Use numbers that matter, and be prepared for questions. This guide can help you prepare your proposal.
MDR | 4 min read
The hidden costs of ‘cheaper’ securityBeware of the hidden costs of "cheaper" security, and know what you should ask and pay attention to before switching MDR providers.
Expel culture | 2 min read
A recap on how Expel celebrated Pride Month 2025Here's a look back on how Expel celebrated Pride Month, including creators you can follow to keep supporting the community.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Meet the Expletive: Hafsah Mijinyawa, Senior Motion DesignerMeet Hafsah Mijinyawa, Senior Motion Designer at Expel. Hafsah is a seasoned storyteller who shares her art through visuals.
Current events | 4 min read
Staying secure through M&A: A conversation with VisaGet tips from experts at Visa and Expel to keep your org safe and secure through mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
Data & research | 3 min read
Exploring the necessity of college degrees for cybersecurity talentWe recently polled Expletives on what kind of degrees they have (if any) and if they do or don't use those skills in their roles for us.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Meet the Expletive: Brooke McClary, Senior Communications ManagerMeet Brooke McClary, Senior Communications Manager at Expel. Brooke was recently named a Rising Star Woman in PR by PRNEWS.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Meet the Expletive: Fred House, VP, Detection Engineering and InnovationMeet Fred House, VP of Detection Engineering and Innovation at Expel. He leads the Detection & Response Engineering and Data Science teams.
Current events | 2 min read
Recapping RSAC 2025: How AI, ethics, and geopolitical events combine in cybersecurity scenariosHere's a recap of the Expel team's experience at RSAC 2025. We pet puppies and goats, played games, connected, and highlight trending topics.
Data & research | 2 min read
New report from the Enterprise Strategy Group calculates 308% annual ROI increase when partnering with ExpelA new report from the Enterprise Strategy Group calculates 308% annual ROI increase when partnering with Expel as your MDR provider.
Threat intel | 4 min read
MDR insights: Malware trends from the Q1 QTRDive into the malware data our SOC collected via incidents from Q1 2025. Here's what you should know, and how to defend against it.
MDR | 4 min read
MDR pricing decoded: what CISOs and security directors need to knowDiscover the hidden costs behind MDR pricing models. Learn what CISOs need to know about managed detection and response pricing, per-endpoint costs, and avoiding 'free' feature traps to make informed MDR cost decisions.
MDR | 2 min read
Join Expel & Forrester for a discussion on threat hunting and detectionJoin Expel & Forrester on May 7 at 2pm ET for a live webinar discussing threat hunting and detection strategies.
MDR | 6 min read
15 criteria Expel rocked a 5/5 score in The Forrester Wave™: MDR Services, Q1 2025Enjoy this complimentary playlist while diving into the fifteen reasons why Expel is the best option when it comes to MDR cloud providers.
Expel culture | 2 min read
Meet the Expletive: Irving B., MDR ManagerMeet our newest Expletive, MDR Manager Irving Bailiff. He's our newest hire at Expel, and has thoughts on the state of our handbook.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Expletive spotlight: Women’s History MonthTo round out our Women's History Month celebrations, we asked Expletives to share their thoughts on gender parity.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Meet the Expletive: Samantha Ridel, Partner Integrations ManagerMeet Samantha Ridel, a Partner Integrations Manager at Expel. Learn why she's a lead for our women's ERG, and how she feels about owls.
MDR | 4 min read
Security data done right: A conversation on MDR, SIEM, and data storageCatch a recap of Expel's conversation with Sumo Logic on the pitfalls of bad data storage habits, and learn how to resolve them with tips.
Expel culture | 4 min read
Expletive spotlight: Expel in IrelandMeet three of our Irish Expletives in honor of St. Patrick's Day. Expel Ireland is hiring!
Expel culture | 5 min read
Expletive spotlight: Black History MonthTo round out our Black History Month celebrations, we asked Expletives to share Black innovators in tech who inspire them.
Expel culture | 3 min read
Meet the Expletive: Alex Glass, VP, Global Channel Sales & AlliancesThis blog series dives into the people that make Expel tick. Meet Alex Glass, Expel's VP, Global Channel Sales & Alliances.
Current events | 2 min read
A Valentine’s Day guide to protecting your digital heartHappy Valentine's Day! Love is in the air, and unfortunately, so is cyber crime. Stay safe with these cybersecurity tips from Expel.
Expel culture | 4 min read
Reintroducing Expel’s employee resource groups (ERGs)Expel has four employee resource groups (ERGs) open to community members and allies, because we know we're better when different.
Current events | 4 min read
Expel’s predictions for 2025: our crystal ball says…Read what our Expel experts are predicting for AI and security in 2025. These predictions can help you continue planning for new year.
Company news | 3 min read
A year in review: 2024 at ExpelExpel is rounding out 2024 with a recap of our best moments of the year. We continue to build our culture, innovate, and make noise.
Expel culture | 1 min read
Paws your day for some holiday cheerYour favorite MDR provider asked our employees to submit their festive holiday pets for your enjoyment, and they delivered! Happy holidays!
Company news | 4 min read
Greg Notch, CISO at Expel, transitions to CSO roleExpel announces that CISO Greg Notch is transitioning to a new role as Chief Security Officer (CSO), to better support customer needs.
SOC | 1 min read
SOC-ful of gratitude: a Thanksgiving messageEnjoy this special holiday message from Expel employees to our SOC. We're thankful to all of you for protecting our customers!
MDR | 4 min read
Part I: How MDR can transform your SIEM investmentThis is part one of a three-part blog series on how MDR can transform your SIEM investment by augmenting and optimizing its capabilities.
Current events | 2 min read
A secure world is built together: closing out Cybersecurity Awareness MonthIt's the end of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, but these resources are useful every month of the year to enhance resilience and stay secure.
SOC | 3 min read
Happy Halloween! Cybersecurity horror stories from SOCs pastEnjoy these horror stories from past SOCs, as our analysts share their most haunting tales from previous roles (and get some tips, too).
Company news | 5 min read
Mandia unplugged: a recap of our fireside chat with our newest board member, Kevin MandiaCheck out this summary of Expel CEO David Merkel's chat with Expel's newest board member, cybersecurity pioneer Kevin Mandia, founder of Mandiant.
Current events | 2 min read
Five security takeaways for Cybersecurity Awareness Month (and every month)Expel analyst Aaron Walton was featured in Guidepoint Security's blog for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and shared thoughts with other SOC members.
Current events | 2 min read
A secure world is built together: kicking off Cybersecurity Awareness MonthOctober kicks off Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and Expel is sharing its "a secure world is built together" theme for the month.
Company news | 1 min read
Expel’s going abroad (again): meet us at Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit UKExpel is heading to the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit UK. Find us at booth #506, or speaking with Visa on security gaps.
Data & research | 2 min read
From exhaustion to equilibrium: battling burnout in your SOCOur new ebook covers the burnout epidemic in the industry, and how you can address it.